The podcast voice for women in midlife and beyond. We talk about everything to do with this time of life from relationships and careers, women’s health and wellness to celebrity interviews. New episode every Wednesday.
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For women over 50 who want to beat the conventional wisdom that says aging equals low energy, weight gain, loss of vitality, disease, and a life that gets smaller and smaller. BS! The RWO50 podcast takes on all the myths of aging--body, mind, spirit--with science-based information so you can worry less about getting older and more about getting through that bucket list. Aging should not diminish your ability to live and love fully. Join the Rebellious Wellness way and learn how to age better ...
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Are you ready to get down to the 'knitty gritty' with some real conversation? Join Melissa Gilbert-Busfield and Susie Shubert as they talk about all the good things and the wisdom and freedom that come with growing older. Okay, they may touch on some of the bad… and quite possibly the down-right ugly…after all, knit happens. No matter what--aging gratefully, unapologetically, with laughter, and celebrating it together is what matters most. Tune in, get inspired, and feel like you're having t ...
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Rightsize and Organize Your Home with Marni Jameson (Replay)
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36:37For the month of July, we are replaying some of our listener's favorite episodes. The first is with organizer Marni Jameson. There are many transitions in midlife. Organizing your home is a big one. Do you keep a larger home as an empty nester? Do you downsize? Are you overwhelmed with memories and things and you can't decide what to do with them? …
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10 Year Anniversary of Marriage Equality with the OG Plaintiffs Tammy and Kim Franklin
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37:24It's time to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Marriage Equality Act! We invited back Tammy and Kim Franklin, two of original plaintiffs in the Obergefell vs. Hodges to talk about their experiences and how their lives have changed. The Franklins were one of six couples that brought this case to the Supreme Court in 2015. The Supreme Court ruled…
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Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis with Kate Muir
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46:47What do you think of the term "midlife crisis'? Is it a burden or a reboot? Our guest this week is author and documentary filmmaker, Kate Muir. Kate believes that: "‘A midlife crisis is a magnificent moment, and nobody should miss out on it. We need to reframe this time of questioning for a new generation of women who want to revive and thrive for …
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Annette O'Toole Talks Career, Her Personal Journey and Virgin River
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51:56Join us for an other incredible conversation with actress and vibrant women over 50, Annette O'Toole. At a very young age, she started her career as a dancer, then theatre actress and has now appeared in over 40 series. Her most recent role is Mayor Hope McCrea on Nextflix's longest running drama Virgin River. We also talk about her personal life i…
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Say Goodbye to People Pleasing: Cool Topics YouTube Series
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26:21"It's Not Your Job to Like Me, It's Mine." Byron Katie The need to people please is our discussion for this week's Cool Topics Series. Are you a people pleaser? Most of us will answer yes. We say yes before thinking about our own needs. We put everyone else above us on our list of priorities. We often seek acceptance in people we shouldn't and we w…
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Why We Need Healthy Stress to Live Longer with Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist
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46:19Are you familiar with the term Hormesis? Simply put, Hormesis is a when you body responds in a positive way to low and quick bursts of stress. This week, we are speaking with Harvard Trained Internal Medicine Physician and Researcher, Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist. In her new book, THE STRESS PARADOX: Why You Need Stress to Live Longer, Healthier and…
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How to Foster Creativity in Midlife with Author Maggie Smith
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40:34"Creativity is our birthright." Author/Poet Maggie Smith Do you notice in midlife that you have stories and wisdom to share but maybe you don't know how to express them on paper? Our guest this week is NYT Best Selling Author and Poet, Maggie Smith. Maggie's new book, DEAR WRITER: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life, explains how to …
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Elizabeth Perkins Talks About Her Iconic Acting Roles and What's Next, Part 2
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27:07We continue our conversation with the amazing actress Elizabeth Perkins. From her start in theater to her iconic roles in Big, Miracle on 34th Street and Weeds, she shares how these characters changed the trajectory of her career. She also talks who was the original lead in Big, and it wasn't Tom Hanks. Elizabeth has no intent on slowing down her c…
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Elizabeth Perkins Shares the "Big" Changes in Her Life and Career, Part 1
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40:29Elizabeth Perkins is an iconic actress and producer that we are thrilled to have join us this week for a two part episode. (Wednesday and Friday). Elizabeth Perkins has entertained the world through her roles in movies, tv and stage. From Big to Weeds, her talent is boundless. At this stage of life, she is now calling the shots to make herself a pr…
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Creating New Friendships with AARP's Shelley Emling
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34:33Last week's episode shared how to break up with friends. This week, we are talking about making new ones. Our guest this week is AARP's Executive Editor of The Girlfriend and The Ethel, Shelley Emling. The Ethel's new Gathering Groups are a modern and easy way for women 55+ to make new female friends and build a supportive community. The Girlfriend…
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How to Break Up with a Friend: Cool Topics YouTube Series
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36:05Breaking Up is hard to do, especially when it is with a friend. On this Cool Topics YouTube Episode, we discuss the best ways to break up with a friends that honor the friendship you had while standing firm in the boundaries you need. People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. It is ok to say that this friendship is no longer …
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Learn Ways to Avoid Toxins in Your Everyday Life with Dr. Aly Cohen
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53:49We can easily get overwhelmed with the conversations around toxins in the environment, our food, and skincare. What to avoid? What is safe? This week, we invited Dr. Aly Cohen to explain what is happening when we re exposed to these chemicals. In her new book, DETOXIFY: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them, …
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Alison Arngrim: From Little House's Mean Girl to International Comedy Star
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50:06We all remember Alison Arngrim as the mean bully Nellie Oleson on Little House on the Prairie. However, we didn't know the rest of her story. Join us this week as we have a light hearted conversation with Alison Arngrim. From stories of her Hollywood family upbringing, her time on Little House, her book and her successful One-Women Comedy Show, she…
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How to Manage Money in Midlife with Expert Debra Morrison
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38:11Are you afraid of your finances? Does the thought of looking at bank or credit card statements immediately increase your blood pressure? This week we talking with financial expert Debra Morrison about how to overcome this very real fear of finances. Debra has over 40 years of financial planning and asset management experience, she is an author and …
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Cool Topics Chats: If Something Happens to You, Would You want Your Partner in Another Serious Relationship?
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26:03Get ready for something new this week! We are adding a monthly "chat" on a topic that women 50+ can relate to and of course, we will share our opinions. We would love to know what topics you want to hear. Our first topic: If something happens to you, would you want your partner in another serious relationship? We are honest and say NO. Remember, th…
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"Ghosts" Rebecca Wisocky Talks Career, Midlife and More
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34:50Our guest this week is a ghost. Well, she plays one on the popular CBS comedy series "Ghosts". Rebecca Wisocky joins us to share some juicy secrets from this season of Ghosts. From what is happening with Hetty Woodstone to her upcoming roles in Sex Lives of College Girls and the Amanda Knox story, we talk about how busy this time of life has been f…
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The Hidden Path to the Body's Wisdom with Dr. Mary Sanders
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40:30In this episode of Rebellious Wellness Lifestyle, I welcomed Dr. Mary Sanders, a medical intuitive and chiropractor with over 30 years of experience. We explored how our bodies communicate with us through chakras, energy medicine, and intuitive healing. Dr. Mary shares her journey from traditional chiropractic practice to becoming a medical intuiti…
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The Complete Guide to GLP-1s with Dr. Alexandra Sowa
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45:56GLP-1s like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are seen all over social media promising incredible weight loss results. But, do we know what GLP-1s actually are and what they do? On this week's episode, we talk with obesity expert Dr. Alexandra Sowa who recently published: THE OZEMPIC REVOLUTION: A Doctor's Proven Plan for Success to Help Reverse Obesity…
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Prescribing Wellness: A Pharmacist's Radical Approach to Ending Chronic Disease
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40:01This week’s guest, pharmacist Dr. Kathy Campbell, challenges conventional wisdom about health, obesity, and medication. Dr. Campbell shares her journey from childhood obesity to becoming a "wellness pharmacist" dedicated to helping patients avoid medications through proper nutrition and lifestyle adjustments. She reveals why being "nutrient empty" …
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Be Your Own Advocate with Tamsen Fadal's How To Menopause
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32:14When it comes to the topic of menopause, we have had physicians and experts share invaluable information, expertise and research with our listeners. This week we are sharing a more personal experience. Emmy award winning journalist Tamsen Fadal started her menopause journey with a hot flash while anchoring a live newscast. Fast forward several year…
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Ione Skye Shares Stories from Her New Memoir Say Everything
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38:23Every GenXer remembers this scene: John Cusack holding over his head the huge boombox playing In Your Eyes while Ione Skye is on her bed listening through the window. It is an iconic moment in time. This week we are joined by Ione Skye who shares stories from her new memoir, SAY EVERYTHING. The memoir blends confessions from her personal and profes…
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Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Medicine for Chronic Disease
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35:00In this episode of Rebellious Wellness Lifestyle, I speak with Brehan Crawford, a Chinese medicine practitioner who combines ancient healing wisdom with modern scientific understanding to help people with chronic conditions. Brehan Crawford is a Chinese medicine practitioner with a four-year master's degree and additional six years of direct mentor…
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Get Unstuck from Fight, Flight or Freeze with Jessica Macguire
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42:01Anxiety, depression and trauma can often cause physical responses in our body. Our guest this week is Jessica Macguire, author of The Nervous System Reset: Heal Trauma, Resolve Chronic Pain, and Regulate Your Emotions with the Power of the Vagus Nerve. Jessica shares how to unlock the power to regulate your nervous system through the vagus nerve. S…
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My guest this week is Alicia Botyrius from Lifeline Screening. This short episode was sparked after a few conversations with people close to me who had relatives who suffered strokes or heart attacks from unidentified vascular anomalies. With companies like Life Line affordable testing is in our hands regardless of what a doctor might think is nece…
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Gloria Reuben Talks Career, Midlife and Hot Flashes
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32:49We love Gloria Reuben! She is an incredible actress, author and singer and now she is joining forces with Astellas to share how Veozah has improved her health. Many will remember Gloria Reuben for her iconic portrayal of Jeanie Boolet on ER. In the 1990's, she was one of the first actors on a top rated show to portray someone living with HIV. She h…
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Have you thought about what foods you should be eating or what exercising are most important for every decade of your life? Well, our guest this week wrote the book on it. Dr. Ian K Smith is our guest and author of the book, EAT YOUR AGE: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer. Dr. Smith shares invaluable information for each decade of our lives fro…
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Hot Flashes Cool Topics: Menopause and Beyond, The Good News
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31:35My guests today were Bridgett and Colleen from Hot Flashes, Cool Topics. I just love that name. We covered a wide range of cool topics from menopause to the good news about turning 60. Episode Highlights New Beginnings: Introduction to the rebranded podcast, "Rebellious Wellness Lifestyle." The shift from focusing solely on those over 50 to embraci…
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Uncover Your Natural Talents and Aptitudes with the Authors of Your Hidden Genius
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34:24What are your aptitudes? Aptitudes are those natural abilities that are often taken for granted. This week we speak with the authors of YOUR HIDDEN GENIUS, Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison. Their research provides a personal roadmap that reveals your distinct combination of natural talents, interests and personality traits. They also provide an aptitud…
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Adult Sex Ed Class with Urologist Dr. Kelly Casperson
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44:27Time for an adult sex education class with this week's guest Dr. Kelly Casperson. Dr. Casperson is a board-certified urologic surgeon, sex educator, author and CEO of The Casperson Clinic. On this episode, we discuss libido, testosterone, desire, mood, body changes and how to have good sex in your post menopause chapter. Show Notes/Links: www.hotfl…
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Angels, Awareness, and Creating a Joyful Reality: A Conversation with Seph Deitlin
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42:45Angels, Awareness, and Creating a Joyful Reality: A Conversation with Seph Deitlin Take a walk on the woo side of Rebellious Wellness Over 50, as Gregory Anne speaks with Seph Dietlin, an angel communicator and spiritual guide with over 20 years of experience. Seph laughs about how it all began--he as having a really bad day and was bargaining with…
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How to be Gentler with Yourself and Stress Less with Courtney Carver
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34:13Why do we think self-care and rest need to be earned? This week we are talking with Courtney Carver, author of GENTLE: Rest More, Stress Less and Live the Life You Actually Want. Courtney shares the 3 Seasons of Gentle (Rest, Less and Rise) that will give us permission slips to be kinder to ourselves and to enjoy less stress in our daily lives. Sho…
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Actress Alexandra Paul Talks Baywatch, Advocacy and Loving This Chapter of Life
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49:58Join us for another incredible conversation with a trailblazer woman who is redefining what it means to be 60+. Actress Alexandra Paul is our guest this week. Alexandra shares stories from her over 100 film and TV roles from Paper Dolls to Baywatch. She also shares experiences from her lifelong advocacy for environmental and world issues. We also d…
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The Benefits of Testosterone for Women with Dr. Lauren Streicher, PT2
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26:40Our two part conversation with Dr. Lauren Streicher continues today. On this second half, Dr. Streicher explains the pros and cons of testosterone use for women and when it is appropriate to prescribe it for them. She discusses the dangers of pellets. She also offers support and options for women who are having difficulty with sexual pleasure postm…
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How a Hysterectomy Affects Menopause with Dr. Lauren Streicher
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33:51Over 500,000 hysterectomies are performed each year in the U.S. How does a hysterectomy affect the menopause journey? This week we have a two part episode (Wednesday and Friday) with Dr. Lauren Streicher. Dr. Streicher is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, leading gynecologist…
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Stop Fighting Your Body: A Pain-Free Approach to Moving Better at Any Age
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32:25In this episode, I interviewed David Zemach-Bersin, a 50-year veteran practitioner of the Feldenkrais Method. David explains how this unique approach to movement and pain management works with the brain's neuroplasticity to create lasting change without pain or strain. Key Points: - The Feldenkrais Method focuses on the brain's learning capacity ra…
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Actress Kelly Bishop Shares Her New Memoir: The Third Gilmore Girl
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42:01Gilmore Girls was one of the first true binge worthy series that you could watch again and again. On this week's episodes, we are talking to the amazing Kelly Bishop (a/k/a Emily Gilmore). Kelly shares stories from her new Memoir: The Third Gilmore Girl. From her Tony Award winning time in the original A Chorus Line to Gilmore Girls and her persona…
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Dr. Jennifer Ashton Talks Hot Flashes & Women's Health
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38:45Many of us recognize former ABC Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton. Dr Ashton is double board certified ObGyn and Obesity Medicine. She has also created the Ajenda Newsletter which shares free and vital information on women's health. Today, Dr. Ashton talks to us about the 6 month wellness journey that she just completed, her partnersh…
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Stacy London Talks Evolving Fashion, Friendships and Teaching What We Need to Learn
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1:03:21Happy New Year! We are starting off 2025 with an insightful conversation with television personality, fashion creator and midlife advocate Stacy London. We talk about everything from regenerating self-esteem in midlife, the importance of community, evolving tastes and even mortality. She also shares tidbits about her upcoming Amazon series with Cli…
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It's the most wonderful time of the year! Join us as we talk about some of our favorites topics of the year and plans for 2025. You never know what we have planned but we would love you to be a part of it. Website: www.hotflashescooltopics.com FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotflashesandcooltopics/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.c…
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Developing an "I Can" Attitude in Midlife with Therapist Mazi Robinson
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40:03Midlife is a time of big changes on many personal levels: family, career and relationships just to name a few. Many women feel overwhelmed and don't think they can flourish with all these changes. Our guest this week is Mazi Robinson. Mazi is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in helping women discover their true voice as they navigate …
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A Cool Conversation with Actress Diane Farr
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30:26It's time for another cool conversation! On this episode, we are joined by 50+ actress and writer Diane Farr. You may remember Dianne from Rescue Me, Californication, Numb3rs and now Fire Country. Diane is also a New York Times Best Selling Author. We discuss her career, her many writing projects and of course, all things midlife and beyond. Show N…
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Coping with Caregiving: Tips from Dementia Expert Teepa Snow
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48:07Research shows that 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 50 are now caregivers. It certainly hits home for this podcast. This week we invited Teepa Snow on the show to talk about caregiving. Teepa is a dementia care expert who founded Positive Approach to Care (PAC). We talk about what dementia is and how to help the dementia patient while still taking…
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How to Make Life More Interesting with Author Lorraine Besser
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44:34How do you define a good life? Do you ever think of it in terms of psychological richness? Our guest this week is Lorraine Besser, an American philosopher and author of the book, The Art of Interesting: What we miss in our pursuit of the good life and how to cultivate it. We discuss the value of interesting experiences, how they enhance our lives i…
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Daniel Packard: End Anxiety Once and For All
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38:26Unlock the secret to conquering anxiety with Daniel Packard's unique approach. Daniel has spent many years and thousands of dollars perfecting a system that promises permanent relief from stress and anxiety. With a staggering 90% success rate, Daniel challenges conventional mental health practices and offers hope for those struggling with fear-rela…
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Helen Slater Shares Her Journey from Supergirl to Getting Her PhD
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49:03It is never too late to learn and try new things! Our amazing guest this week, Helen Slater is a perfect example. Known for her acting career in Supergirl, The Legend of Billie Jean and Ruthless People, Helen has boundless creative spirit. She is a concert pianist with 6 albums and just last year, she was awarded her PhD in Mythological Studies. We…
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Natural Alternatives to Menopause Symptoms with Dr. Alyssa Dweck
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34:33Women often ask us about natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy and today we are going to share some of them. This week we talk to Dr. Alyssa Dweck, a board certified practicing gynecologist in New York and Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide Health. Dr. Dweck shares non-hormonal options for hot flashes, brain fog, and vaginal dryness. S…
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The Great Menopause Myth with Wise and Well
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46:00I've been banging on about the importance of bio-identical hormone replacement for years--literally 15 years--which is why I was so happy to host Kristen Johnson and Maria Clap of Wise and Well. I followed them for at least a year and dug deep into their social posts for the science behind what they were sharing. It's all there and easy to understa…
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Digestive Issues and IBS in Midlife with Nutritionist Jacqui Justice
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36:05Of the many changes that come with midlife, gut issues can be some of the most problematic. IBS and Colitis are two types of digestive issues that can either come on during menopause or become exacerbated during the transition. Either way, it can affect your daily life. This week we are speaking with functional nutritionist Jacqui Justice about gut…
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Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief with David Kessler
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50:37Grieving loss of any kind is a universal experience yet many people struggle with it in isolation. This week's guest is David Kessler. David is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief, loss, and navigating life’s changes. He's written six bestselling books and is now publishing a workbook Finding Meaning: Grief Workbook: Tools for Releasing Pa…
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Shredding the Silence on Menopause with Tamsen Fadal
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32:40Menopause finally gets a documentary! This week we are speaking with Emmy Award winning journalist, author and now co-producer of the new documentary THE M FACTOR: Shredding the Silence on Menopause. Some of our favorite experts from the podcast are showcased in the documentary and you can watch it for free on PBS. Sign Up to receive our Midlife Wo…
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